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Oledcomm wins NATO DIANA spot for Li-Fi drone tech

Selection gives Oledcomm access to NATO defence networks as militaries seek drone links that resist jamming, interception and hacking.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026

Drones

BAE launches BATS to counter rising uncrewed drone threats

BAE unveils BATS counter-drone system, blending software, electronic warfare and kinetic tools to tackle escalating uncrewed threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Mar 2026

Global Stories

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Artificial Intelligence

AI & drone warfare reshape global conflict, index says

Peacefulness has fallen for a 12th straight year, as conflict deaths, drone attacks and military spending all hit record highs.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Drones

Getac launches rugged ZX80W tablets in ANZ markets

Field teams in Australia and New Zealand gain Windows 11 tablets that can run offline in remote sites, hazardous zones and harsh conditions.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week

Surveillance

Motorola to buy D-Fend Solutions for USD $1.5 billion

The acquisition will expand Motorola's security push as regulators and customers intensify efforts to counter rogue drones without disrupting approved flights.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week

Robotics

ESET links China-aligned hacks to oil, Syria & tech

The report says Chinese threat groups are now tracking oil, reconstruction and strategic technologies across Venezuela, Syria, South Korea and the Gulf.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

Drones

Connected drone ecosystems reshape public safety ops

Fragmented drone systems are slowing emergency decisions as agencies juggle multiple platforms, sensors and command tools in fast-moving incidents.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month

Drones

Notch launches steerable drone antennas to boost range

Operators can extend links without changing radios, as the new antennas steer energy where it is needed and cut wasted signal.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

Drones

Airport security urged to speed up perimeter response

Breaches in Canada and Australia are exposing a wider airport security gap, as trespassers can still reach aircraft before responders arrive.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

Drones

DroneShield & Terma agree counter-drone collaboration

Rising demand for layered anti-drone defences could open new defence contracts as DroneShield and Terma test joint systems in key regions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month

Digital Transformation

Getac launches rugged CommandCore drone control in ANZ

Getac rolls out CommandCore modular drone control in Australia and New Zealand, targeting defence, public safety and utilities sectors.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026

Surveillance

SYOS SA200 drone ready for serial build after trials

SYOS's SA200 heavy-lift drone completes moving-platform autonomy trials, clearing the ship-ready uncrewed helicopter for serial production.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2026

Stories from Other Regions

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Smart Cities

ITS America unveils Detroit 2026 transport conference

More than 3,000 transport leaders will gather in Detroit next year as the programme expands to cover cybersecurity, AI and autonomous shuttles.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week

Smart Cities

DroneShield to guard Kansas City airspace for World Cup

The multi-agency system will give police continuous visibility over low-altitude airspace as drone activity rises around World Cup venues and transport hubs.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month